[The Sip Advisor has been growing his liquor collection for a decade plus. It is something I’m very proud of, my children before kids and my legacy to leave to this world. I’d like to share what I’ve curated with all you little sippers via this project.]

On a family trip to Osoyoos, BC, a couple years back, Mrs. Sip and I, along with Cousin Sip and her husband, got a brief spell of no-kid time, so we rushed out to hit a couple locations in the area adjacent to our hotel. One of those stops was Tumbleweed Spirits, where I picked up their Raspberry Moonshine.

The product is made with BC raspberries and won gold and bronze medals at the 2023 Canadian Artisan Spirit Competition in the Distilled Audience Favourites category. I’ve personally enjoyed using the libation in various cocktails and shots.

On our recent return to Osoyoos, Tumbleweed Spirits had a tent at the farmer’s market we checked out. I learned that they’ve dropped the moonshine title from their creations, going with the vodka classification, so customers better identify with the releases, as well as helping to get onto liquor store shelves.

Tumbleweed has an extensive line of products. Other releseas offered by the distillery include Haskap and Fireweed, along with a line of whiskeys. They also have a line of ready-to-drink bottles, such as Haskap Margarita, Old Fashioned and today’s feature cocktail.

Bottle of the Month: Raspberry Lemonade

• 1.5 oz Raspberry Moonshine
• Top with Lemonade
• Garnish with a Lime Wheel and Maraschino Cherry

I plucked this recipe from the distillery’s website. It’s basic, but good. Probably why they serve it at their location and have also bottled it for quick service.